The trade in vehicles of all makes, the purchase and sale of all automotive vehicles of all makes, spare parts, all accessories and equipment; advice, maintenance, repair and service of cars and other automotive vehicles of all makes, as well as all related functions, in particular mechanical work. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and acquire participations in all companies in Switzerland and abroad and carry out all operations (in Switzerland, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE) directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire (in Switzerland, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE), alienate, encumber and manage real estate. It may provide financing either on its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as grant loans or guarantees to group companies or third parties.